Blairmor, Sunert Road
Milltimber, AB13 0JQ

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(Peter Howell)

Description

Blairmor is a unique detached dwellinghouse set within a large walled garden in a quiet position in the prestigious suburb of Milltimber with easy access to the River Dee and the Old Deeside Railway. Spanning three floors, the property was built in the 1890s and whilst retaining many fine period features it also provides all the modern day comforts one would expect from a property of this stature. Noteworthy features include a working service bell system, particularly high 3.5m panelled ceilings, cast iron radiators and panelled doors.

The entrance porch has multi paned windows, wooden flooring and a glazed door leading to the reception hall which has wooden flooring, panelled doors and a staircase leading to the upper floor. The drawing room is a most elegant room with large corner bay window overlooking the garden grounds, 'Hwam' Scandinavian cast iron wood burning stove and French doors leading to the conservatory. A welcome addition to this fine home, the bespoke conservatory was built in 2006 by the highly regarded Mozolowski & Murray. It has hardwood finishings, limestone flooring and lovely views over the garden. The other accommodation on the ground floor comprises a large sitting room with fireplace and door leading to the rear hall, an additional versatile room with fitted shelving and a large modern bathroom with contemporary white suite including spa bath and separate shower cubicle. A door in the rear hall leads outside thus ensuring this suite of rooms can boast a totally self-contained status if required. The library/office is fitted with a range of book shelves and storage and has muted decor, a cast iron radiator and rear aspect. Viewers will undoubted be impressed by the farmhouse style dining kitchen which is fitted with an extensive range of Shaker style units with pantry, oil fired Aga and access to the utility room which provides good storage and access to the garden. A staircase in the kitchen leads to the former maids room located on the mezzanine level.

A staircase with original cast iron balustrade and carpet runner leads to the upper floor. The former maids room is ideally suited as a guest bedroom and enjoys a delightful outlook over the garden. The shower room is fitted with a white suite comprising wc, wash hand basin and shower cubicle.

The master bedroom on the first floor is a particularly lovely room with corner bay window, marble fireplace and high ceiling. There are two additional double bedrooms on the first floor.

A concealed staircase from the first floor hall leads to the second floor accommodation. There is a study area/landing with extensive views of Deeside, a double bedroom which has a door leading to a delightful turret room and an additional double bedroom.

The property has a large basement (10.5m x 3.5m approx.) accessed from an external door. It provides excellent storage.

This charming property would be an excellent opportunity for those looking for a large family home with period features, mature garden grounds and garaging.

Location Blairmor enjoys an enviable position in a quiet, no through road in the suburb of Milltimber, a prestigious west end residential suburb within easy commuting distance of Aberdeen and the airport. As Europe's oil capital, it has a wealth of amenities, with air, sea and land links to all parts of the country. Good local schools are in the area including Milltimber Primary School and Cults Academy and there are a number of private schools including an International School in the city. A regular bus route runs along North Deeside Road with links the city centre and thereafter to all parts of the city and suburbs. Milltimber is at the gate to Royal Deeside and convenient for a choice of outdoor pursuits including walking, hiking, fishing, ski-ing and golfing.

Directions From Aberdeen travel west along the A93 North Deeside Road to Milltimber. At the traffic lights with Beaconhill Road turn left and follow the road down the hill and veer to the right, over the bridge and turn left on to Sunert Road. Blairmor is the first house on the left.

Garden The property is set within an extensive mature walled garden. There is a south east facing area of garden to the side positioned to enjoy morning sunlight. It is laid in lawn with borders stocked with spring bulbs, honeysuckle, shrubs and mature evergreen trees.

There is a timber Potting Shed to the rear positioned near a nursery area with flower beds and space for storage.

The highlight of these lovely grounds is the mature south west facing garden to the side which is laid predominantly in an informal lawn with deep borders and beds stocked with numerous varieties of mature rhododendron, azaleas and flowering perennials. There are several focal points including a mature yew arch and timber archway covering in climbing roses . A gate at the far end of the garden leads to Sunert Road which, in turn gives access to the Old Deeside Railway and footpath to the River Dee.

Parking and Garage There is a gated granite chipped drive at side of the property providing off street parking for several vehicles. The property has a detached double garage with pitched roof, remote controlled door, light and power.